key people
leader of the vertrekkers at blood rivieer
Andries pretorius
Year the Battle of Blood River took place
1838
Before the battle, the Voortrekkers made this promise to God
a vow
he Voortrekkers’ main long-range weapons used in the battle.
guns (rifles)?
The river turned red because of this.
blood from fallen Zulu warriors
Zulu king whose forces fought the Voortrekkers
King Dingane
Month and day of the battle
December 16
They promised to honor the day if they won the battle.
December 16
The Zulu warriors mainly fought using these traditional weapons.
spears (assegais) and shields?
The Zulu army was decisively defeated in this battle
Battle of Blood River
Group of Dutch-speaking settlers involved in the Great Trek
the Voortrekkers
Event happening in South Africa during this time
the Great Trek
This day later became known as the Day of the ____
the vow
This defensive formation of wagons protected the Voortrekkers
laager
The Voortrekkers believed their victory was due to this promise to God.
the Vow?
People group defending their land during the battle
the Zulu
The battle happened on this river, later renamed the Ncome River.
the Blood River
today, December 16 is celebrated in South Africa as this holiday.
day of reconciliation
The Voortrekkers used this weapon to fire multiple shots at once.
cannons
The battle strengthened Voortrekker control in this region
Natal
Religious group that made a vow before the battle
Voortrekker Christians
where did it take place city/town
Natal SA
The Voortrekkers believed God would give them victory if they did this.
remain faithful and obey God
The Zulu tactic relied on surrounding and overwhelming the enemy with numbers. with what formation
buffalo
This event became an important symbol in Afrikaner history.
Battle of Blood River